Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
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American tourist faces 12-year sentence in Bali drug case
Lamar Ahchee, a 31-year-old American tourist, has been arrested in Bali for alleged cocaine possession after police raided his hotel room following a tip-off about drug activities.
Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree
A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.
UK Phone Snatching Crisis: New Cartoon Exposes Urban Crime
A startling new cartoon commentary reveals how mobile phone theft has evolved into a sophisticated criminal enterprise plaguing UK streets, with thieves employing increasingly brazen tactics.
Belgium's narco-state crisis: Cartels wage street wars
Shocking investigation reveals how Belgian cities have become battlegrounds for drug cartels, with children as young as 11 caught in crossfire and authorities struggling to contain the crisis.
Opera-singing thief stuns Melbourne supermarket shoppers
In an extraordinary scene at a Coles supermarket in Prahran, a theatrical thief performed opera while allegedly stealing high-value electronics, leaving security guards and shoppers utterly bewildered.
Manhole cover thief caught on camera in Orpington
Shocking CCTV footage captures a brazen thief stealing heavy metal manhole covers from residential streets in Orpington, sparking safety concerns and police investigation.
Fury as thief steals 21 manhole covers in dangerous spree
Residents and authorities are outraged as a reckless thief removes crucial manhole covers from residential streets, creating deadly hazards for pedestrians and motorists in a shocking crime spree.
Brothers ran £1.5M drug empire from neighbouring mansions
Two brothers who lived in adjacent mansions have been jailed for running a sophisticated cannabis operation worth over £1.5 million, with police discovering a professional setup complete with ventilation systems and electricity bypasses.
Louvre Museum Diamond Heist: Millions in Gems Stolen
In a stunning security breach, thieves have stolen precious diamonds worth millions from the Louvre Museum's prestigious exhibition, raising serious questions about the iconic institution's protection measures.
Maine man loses £40k in Kennebunk van theft nightmare
A Maine man's dream road trip turns into a financial nightmare after thieves steal his van containing £40,000 in cash from a Kennebunk car park. Police launch urgent investigation into the daring daylight theft.
Wine thief ordered to return stolen champagne or face jail
A serial thief who targeted premium restaurants across London faces an unusual sentence - return the stolen luxury drinks or face imprisonment in this remarkable court case.
I watched a woman steal £1,500 from my bank account
Shocking footage reveals how brazen thieves are using sophisticated distraction techniques to empty victims' bank accounts in seconds. One woman lost her entire savings during a routine shopping trip.
UK Drug Death Map Reveals Shocking Postcode Lottery
Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in drug-related fatalities across England and Wales, with northern cities bearing the heaviest burden of this growing public health emergency.
Nitazenes: UK's deadly new drug crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming rise in drug-related fatalities linked to potent synthetic opioids called nitazenes, with deaths spreading across England and Wales.
South Korea seizes £2.6m ketamine in major Jeju Island bust
South Korean authorities intercept 4kg of ketamine worth £2.6 million on Jeju Island, exposing sophisticated drug smuggling operations and growing addiction concerns in East Asia.
Oprah Winfrey targeted by thief at book awards
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey became the unexpected victim of a sophisticated theft during the prestigious National Book Awards ceremony in Manhattan, where a thief made off with her custom-made Judith Leiber purse containing priceless items.
House Sitters Steal Prized Babe Ruth Baseball Memorabilia
A California couple's dream holiday turns into a nightmare as trusted house sitters allegedly ransack their home, making off with irreplaceable Babe Ruth-signed baseballs and other valuable collectables in a shocking breach of trust.
Police smash London phone theft gang targeting tourists
Exclusive: Metropolitan Police dismantle sophisticated criminal network behind surge of phone thefts in London's busiest areas. Discover the shocking tactics used and how to protect your device.
7 Expert Car Security Tips to Stop Thieves
Protect your car from determined thieves with these professional security measures that could save you thousands in replacement costs and insurance headaches.
Met Police Hunt Phone Thieves in Central London Crime Spree
London's Metropolitan Police release multiple CCTV images in desperate search for suspects connected to series of violent phone thefts across Westminster and Waterloo areas.
British drug mule, 23, faces Bali firing squad
Bella Culley from Lincolnshire faces execution in Indonesia after being caught with 3kg of cocaine at Denpasar Airport. The 23-year-old's harrowing story reveals how she was allegedly coerced into becoming a drug mule.
London narco mansion used by Albanian drug lords exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Albanian crime syndicates transformed a £3 million London mansion into a sophisticated drug operations centre, complete with panic rooms and secret compartments.
Serial watch thief steals £95k Patek Philippe from Tim Hortons boss
A sophisticated criminal known as the 'luxury watch ripper' has targeted another high-value victim, stealing a £95,000 Patek Philippe from Tim Hortons' Canadian chairman in a London robbery that highlights a growing crime wave targeting affluent watch own
WWE action figure heist: £20k collection stolen in San Diego
A determined thief in San Diego executed an elaborate scheme to steal a massive collection of rare WWE wrestling action figures valued at over £20,000 from a local collectibles shop.
Why Police Can't Recover Your Stolen Phone
Exclusive investigation reveals why British police struggle to retrieve stolen mobile phones despite advanced tracking technology, as brazen thieves exploit legal loopholes and overwhelmed forces.
International rare books heist uncovered by investigators
An elaborate international crime ring has been exposed after stealing priceless rare books from libraries across Europe and Russia. Discover how investigators cracked the sophisticated heist.
NFL Hawks Stolen from SoFi Stadium - One Recovered
In a bizarre security breach, two prized NFL Hawks were stolen from Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, with one later recovered in Torrance. The theft has raised serious questions about stadium security.
Brazen thieves steal Chesterfield church roof in daylight raid
Shocking theft at St John the Baptist Church in Brimington sees criminals strip valuable lead roofing in broad daylight, leaving community devastated and facing £20,000 repair bill.
London Phone Thefts Surge 44% in Crime Wave
Exclusive data reveals mobile phone thefts in London have skyrocketed by 44% year-on-year, with organised criminal gangs targeting commuters and tourists in worrying new crime wave.
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